Volleyball

While in the UK we can't promise the weather of Rio, you can get a casual game going almost anywhere, be it the park, the beach, your back garden, university or even a swimming pool; all you need is a net and ball.

Go Spike is an initiative aimed at getting people into volleyball whether you've never played before or haven't played since you were at school - or on holiday - and sessions will be running all year round across England at numerous events, volleyball clubs and universities.

Go Spike are also hosting the second of their Big Weekends of 2016 from 27-29 August, and you can also find a place to play near you in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland here.

Indoor Volleyball

Indoor volleyball is a great way to tone up and get fit, which can be helpful over winter when you don't want to be in the cold, wet outdoors!

It's a team game for all abilities, offering an excellent way to develop communication skills and work effectively with other people.

Beach Volleyball

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Beach volleyball basics explained

Arguably the most glamorous Olympic sport, beach volleyball is an excellent way of getting fit, having fun and enjoying being in the great outdoors.

Exercise on sand can be up to 30% more strenuous than exercise on concrete surfaces and it's super sociable! All you need is a net, ball and people - the game will do the rest.

Keep an eye out for regional events taking place across the UK on the British Volleyball website.

Other Volleyball

Did you know?

Beach Volleyball began as a sport played by a handful of families in Santa Monica, California in the 1920s

Outdoor volleyball can be played on sand or on an outdoor court similar to a tennis court. The elements including wind are a major factor in playing the game outdoors.

Water volleyball, played in the shallow end of a swimming pool, is similar to beach volleyball but uses a lower net. Even though it's considered a recreational activity, it requires aerobic fitness, muscular strength, endurance and great timing.

Young people

There are plenty of volleyball clubs and initiatives encouraging children and young people to take part in the game.

Sitting Volleyball

Sitting Volleyball is a fast, exciting and inclusive sport. It's very similar to traditional volleyball, but is played on a smaller court over a lower net. The only requirements are that you can sit unaided on the floor, move yourself around and can track a moving ball through the air.

There is also the opportunity to compete in a national league and take part in various competitions both at home and abroad. Visit British Volleyball to find out more information.